Rules changes could come to NCAA if California bill passes
The NCAA wants a level playing field for all athletes, even if state law proposals threaten its longtime model for amateur sports.
The NCAA wants a level playing field for all athletes, even if state law proposals threaten its longtime model for amateur sports.
Week 2 - HIGH 5 Game of the Week: Mill Creek vs. Dacula
ATLANTA, Ga. (FOX 5 ATLANTA) - The HIGH 5 Game of the Week this week is for the birds. It'll be another rivalry showdown, this time between the Dacula Falcons and Mill Creek Hawks.
ATLANTA, Ga. (FOX 5 ATLANTA) - The HIGH 5 Game of the Week this week is for the birds. It'll be another rivalry showdown, this time between the Dacula Falcons and Mill Creek Hawks.
Team of the Week: Gainesville Red Elephants
Congrats to the Gainesville Red Elephants, our first Team of the Week of the 2019 football season!
Congrats to the Gainesville Red Elephants, our first Team of the Week of the 2019 football season!
Gainesville Red Elephants capture Team of the Week award
For thirty years legendary head coach Bruce Miller set the standard in Gainesville. Miller's teams won eight region championships and a state title in 2012 with quarterback Deshaun Watson leading the way. So when he decided to retire in January 2018, Miller said he felt the Red Elephants needed a new voice. So far, new head coach Heath Webb's coaching style is speaking volumes.
For thirty years legendary head coach Bruce Miller set the standard in Gainesville. Miller's teams won eight region championships and a state title in 2012 with quarterback Deshaun Watson leading the way. So when he decided to retire in January 2018, Miller said he felt the Red Elephants needed a new voice. So far, new head coach Heath Webb's coaching style is speaking volumes.
Pity Martinez leads Atlanta past Minnesota for US Open Cup
Pity Martinez scored a goal and set up an own-goal by Minnesota with a nifty pass, leading short-handed Atlanta United to another trophy with a 2-1 victory in the final of the U.S. Open Cup on Tuesday night.
Pity Martinez scored a goal and set up an own-goal by Minnesota with a nifty pass, leading short-handed Atlanta United to another trophy with a 2-1 victory in the final of the U.S. Open Cup on Tuesday night.
Donaldson hitless in Toronto return as Jays top Braves 3-1
Justin Smoak homered and drove in two runs, Vladimir Guerrero Jr. had two hits and an RBI and the Toronto Blue Jays beat the Atlanta Braves 3-1 on Tuesday night.
Justin Smoak homered and drove in two runs, Vladimir Guerrero Jr. had two hits and an RBI and the Toronto Blue Jays beat the Atlanta Braves 3-1 on Tuesday night.
Spanning decades, Tar Heels program a major pipeline for World Cup
Not all universities are created equal.
Not all universities are created equal.
Serena beats Sharapova for 19th time in row at U.S. Open
Serena Williams was not about to let Maria Sharapova make a match of this.
Serena Williams was not about to let Maria Sharapova make a match of this.
West Georgia Wolves ranked #15 in AFCA Preseason D2 Top 25 Coaches Poll, Valdosta St. #1
The preseason American Football Coaches Association Division 2 poll has the University of West Georgia football program starting the new season ranked 15th. Gulf South Conference rival Valdosta State, the defending Division 2 champion, tops the preseason poll.
The preseason American Football Coaches Association Division 2 poll has the University of West Georgia football program starting the new season ranked 15th. Gulf South Conference rival Valdosta State, the defending Division 2 champion, tops the preseason poll.
Reinhardt University Eagles ranked No. 10 in NAIA Football Coaches Preseason Top 25 Poll
Coaching peers are predicting big things for the Reinhardt University Eagles football team. The 2019 NAIA Football Coaches Preseason Top 25 Poll has the program ranked 10th.
Coaching peers are predicting big things for the Reinhardt University Eagles football team. The 2019 NAIA Football Coaches Preseason Top 25 Poll has the program ranked 10th.
McMahon's 2-run homer lifts Rockies past Braves, 3-1
Ryan McMahon ran hard to first because he wasn't sure his line drive would get over the fence. When it bounced just over the scoreboard he settled into a home run trot and into a mob of teammates at the plate.
Ryan McMahon ran hard to first because he wasn't sure his line drive would get over the fence. When it bounced just over the scoreboard he settled into a home run trot and into a mob of teammates at the plate.
Oft-injured Colts QB Andrew Luck, 29, announces retirement
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) - Andrew Luck watched one last game from the sideline Saturday. Then he said goodbye to the NFL. The Indianapolis Colts quarterback heard boos as he walked away from the field, then walked to the podium and made the surprise decision official: The oft-injured star is retiring at age 29.
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) - Andrew Luck watched one last game from the sideline Saturday. Then he said goodbye to the NFL. The Indianapolis Colts quarterback heard boos as he walked away from the field, then walked to the podium and made the surprise decision official: The oft-injured star is retiring at age 29.
Falcons rookie McGary back in practice after heart surgery
FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga. (AP) - Kaleb McGary is trying to jump back into the competition for a starting job on the Atlanta Falcons' offensive line after missing almost four weeks. There's only one preseason game left for McGary to show he's ready for the regular season. Still, the rookie first-round pick has good reason to avoid rushing his return. Having heart surgery, even a...
FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga. (AP) - Kaleb McGary is trying to jump back into the competition for a starting job on the Atlanta Falcons' offensive line after missing almost four weeks. There's only one preseason game left for McGary to show he's ready for the regular season. Still, the rookie first-round pick has good reason to avoid rushing his return. Having heart surgery, even a...
Braves activate Dansby Swanson
ATLANTA (FOX 5) - The Braves announced Monday morning they are activating shortstop Dansby Swanson from injured reserve.
ATLANTA (FOX 5) - The Braves announced Monday morning they are activating shortstop Dansby Swanson from injured reserve.
Andrew Luck finds cost of football too pricey to continue career
Andrew Luck was unique. He loved football. He loves life even more. So when the 29-year-old Luck thought another long, laborious comeback journey jeopardized his future, he believed walking away from the sport and potentially hundreds of millions of dollars was the only logical choice.
Andrew Luck was unique. He loved football. He loves life even more. So when the 29-year-old Luck thought another long, laborious comeback journey jeopardized his future, he believed walking away from the sport and potentially hundreds of millions of dollars was the only logical choice.
Vote for Game of the Week and Team of the Week
ATLANTA (FOX 5) - Vote for your team as Team of the Week or for Game of the Week!
ATLANTA (FOX 5) - Vote for your team as Team of the Week or for Game of the Week!
Multiple people injured after lightning strike at PGA Tour Championship
Lightning struck a pine tree right after play at the Tour Championship was suspended, and ambulances took five people from the golf course.
Lightning struck a pine tree right after play at the Tour Championship was suspended, and ambulances took five people from the golf course.
Acuña joins 30/30 club as Hamilton, Braves outlast Mets 2-1 in 14
Billy Hamilton singled home the go-ahead run in the 14th inning for his first hit as a Brave, and Atlanta beat the New York Mets 2-1 Friday night for its sixth straight win despite yet another sensational game by Jacob deGrom.
Billy Hamilton singled home the go-ahead run in the 14th inning for his first hit as a Brave, and Atlanta beat the New York Mets 2-1 Friday night for its sixth straight win despite yet another sensational game by Jacob deGrom.
HIGH 5 Highlights: Week 1 in review
ATLANTA, Ga. (FOX 5) - It is a brand new season of HIGH 5 Sports, but we might have still be a bit on vacation.
ATLANTA, Ga. (FOX 5) - It is a brand new season of HIGH 5 Sports, but we might have still be a bit on vacation.
Following in his father's footsteps Jaybo Shaw takes over at Rabun Co.
For the last seven years, which includes five straight region titles and a state championship game appearance, it has been Coach Shaw for the Rabun County Wildcats. It still is, only now it is Jaybo Shaw instead of his father Lee Shaw.
For the last seven years, which includes five straight region titles and a state championship game appearance, it has been Coach Shaw for the Rabun County Wildcats. It still is, only now it is Jaybo Shaw instead of his father Lee Shaw.